Deputy Editor, Live Journalism

The Wall Street Journal is seeking a Deputy Editor to join its Live Journalism team based in New York. This senior role requires a unique combination of strategic editorial leadership and production expertise to shape WSJ's live journalism programming, including conferences like Tech Live and The Future of Everything, as well as the Journal’s presence at summits like the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

At a time when AI and digital disruption are reshaping the media landscape, live events have become essential for reinforcing trust in authoritative news brands and creating meaningful connections with audiences. In-person gatherings provide an opportunity to demonstrate journalistic rigor, foster community and deliver the kind of authentic, unfiltered conversations that distinguish premium journalism.

In this position, you will shape content strategy and editorial direction for WSJ events while working with a team of journalists who source and book news-making interviews with CEOs, policymakers and industry leaders. You will prep senior newsroom leaders for high-profile interviews and collaborate with a range of desks to coordinate coverage appearing in print, video, social and audio formats. You will also work with commercial-side colleagues to ensure standards across marketing, sales and logistics execution. We are looking for an energetic professional with bold ideas, a willingness to experiment and the gumption to challenge the status quo.

Ideal candidates are seasoned editors with strong supervising producer skills who understand the nuances of video and audio production. You should be a confident editorial leader who can manage multiple stakeholders, balance breaking news with long-term strategic planning and elevate the quality and impact of WSJ's live journalism across all platforms. Top candidates will have extensive experience in news media, with proven success in editorial leadership, cultivating high-level relationships and producing compelling multimedia content for live events, video and podcasts.

Because this is a global news operation, candidates need to be effective communicators with strong news judgment, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across editorial and business teams.

All interested candidates should submit a cover letter clearly outlining how their skills and experience meet or exceed the key candidate requirements by February 23rd. Please include links to events or multimedia segments that demonstrate your ability to lead editorial strategy and produce high-profile interviews across video, audio and live experiences.

The role will report to the Editor of Live Journalism.

Responsibilities Editorial Leadership & Strategy

• Shape content strategy and editorial direction for WSJ's live journalism programming, including conferences, live podcast tapings, reader meetups and other experiences
• Set editorial priorities and ensure programming aligns with WSJ's journalistic standards and audience interests
• Collaborate with newsroom leadership and desks across the organization to identify topics and journalists that should be elevated at our live journalism events
• Provide editorial guidance and mentorship to a team of producers and journalists

Production Oversight & Multimedia Expertise

• Oversee the identification and pitching of a diverse, engaging slate of interview subjects for events, video, audio, and other platforms
• Work with a team of journalists responsible for sourcing and booking news-making interviews with newsmakers, CEOs, and industry leaders
• Leverage video and audio production expertise to shape compelling content across formats
• Conduct or oversee pre-interviews and research, and ensure thoughtful preparation of questions
• Handle talent representatives as well as production partners, making assertive editorial and production decisions under tight deadlines

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with commercial-side colleagues on marketing, sales and logistics to execute successful events and programming
• Partner with video, audio, social and audience teams to maximize reach and impact of live journalism
• Coordinate with reporters and editors across coverage areas to identify and produce impactful interviews
• Serve as a liaison between editorial and business teams while maintaining journalistic independence

Operational Excellence

• Manage multiple projects at various stages of production across formats (live events, video, podcasts)
• Maintain a strategic pipeline of programming that balances breaking news and long-term editorial goals
• Ensure all journalistic and legal standards are followed at all times
• Ability to work long hours and weekends as news developments and event schedules may warrant

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in news media with significant editorial leadership experience
• Strong supervising producer background with demonstrated expertise in video and audio production
• Proven track record working with or managing teams that book and produce content with high-profile subjects such as CEOs, newsmakers, and industry leaders, preferably at a top-tier news organization
• Deep understanding of the production process for live events, video projects and podcasts
• Strong strategic thinking and content planning abilities
• Experience collaborating with commercial teams on events or programming while maintaining editorial integrity
• Exceptional communication, writing and editorial skills with careful attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with ability to manage competing priorities
• Team player who has ease working with senior leadership, talent, freelancers and cross-functional partners
• Deep understanding of and interest in The Wall Street Journal's core topic areas
• Comfort working across multiple platforms and formats with strong multimedia storytelling instincts

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Business Area: Dow Jones - News - WSJ

Job Category: Editorial/Journalism

Union Status Non-Union role

Pay Range: $145,000 - $165,000

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